Buying A House In Mexico--The Tourist Visa Named 'FMM' With Which You Can Legally Buy a House In Mexico

This is the Tourist Visa, and you can buy a house in Mexico with this Tourist Visa.

The Forma Migratoria Multiple “FMM”, known as the Tourist Visa, is required even in the "Free Zones". It allows one to enter Mexico, one time, for up to 180 days.

The back of the form confirms it is for one entry; however, in Baja California it may be used for multiple entries.

There is a new electronic FMME. It is available via the link below.

National Institute of Migration - Multiple Migratory Form (inm.gob.mx)

1. Complete the application from.

2. Print the FMM and keep it with you to be validated where you enter Mexico.

3. The immigration authorities must stamp it.

Once the form has been printed, you have 30 days to enter Mexico and you may remain in Mexico.

This is not a visa for people wishing to work, so it does not allow the holder to engage in paid activities.

If you wish to work in Mexico, apply for the Temporary Resident or Permanent Resident Visa.

The traditional way of obtaining the FMM at ports of entry is still in force: an airport staff person or government employee hands it to you.

See the photo in this post.

The FMME, i.e., the one you fill in online and print ahead of time, is an option to the traditional practice of getting it on the airplane or at the border, and this will facilitate the process.

It is very important to keep the stamped portion of the FMM that corresponds to the record of entry, as this is proof of your legal entry into Mexico and will be required when you leave the country.

You have 180 days to remain legally in Mexico with a FFM, so prior to your FMM expiration normally you must return to the border as it cannot be extended in Mexico.

The FMM is 687 pesos per person. If your FMM does expire while in Mexico, and you are flying out, please go to Immigration at the airport and pay for another. If driving, you do the same.

Again, here is the link to the online FMM if you wish to print it out before being handed one or requesting one at the airport or border.

National Institute of Migration - Multiple Migratory Form (inm.gob.mx)